14-year-old boy charged with sexually abusing girl, 8

A 14-year-old boy was charged Tuesday with felony sexual abuse following a two-month investigation by the Orange County Child Abuse Unit.

Officials began the investigation after the parents of the victim – an 8-year-old girl – made a report to the New York State Child Abuse Hotline. The abuse occurred last year, according to the report. The 14-year-old was a friend of the victim's family.

Investigators included members of the state police, Orange County Sheriff's Office, Town of Warwick and Village of Goshen police, in conjunction with the Orange County Department of Social Services-Child Protective Services.

In addition to the sexual abuse charge, the teen was charged with endangering the welfare of a child. He was issued a Family Court appearance ticket for April 14th and released to his guardian.